short-term

[shawrt-turm]

adjective

1. covering or applying to a relatively short period of time.

2. maturing over a relatively short period of time.

   a short-term loan.

3. (of profit, loss, interest, etc.) of or relating to a short term, especially one year or less.

short-term

adjective

1. of, for, or extending over a limited period

2. finance extending over, maturing within, or required within a short period of time, usually twelve months

   short-term credit

   short-term capital

Word History and Origins

Origin of short-term¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

And away from the gym, there is a growing, but still relatively limited, body of evidence to suggest it can also help with our short-term memory, mood and focus.

From BBC

The prospect of Slaven Bilic - who has previously played and managed the London club - returning on a short-term basis has, according to sources, been discussed internally.

From BBC

Unlike permanent employees, locum staff operate in a freelance capacity and usually provide short-term cover.

From BBC

On the eve of the Games, property management website Hostify.com reported that asking prices for short-term rentals in Paris had quintupled from $154 nightly to $772.

From Los Angeles Times

“Most people rent places for content now,” he said, adding that he’s taken photos in and around other short-term rentals without issue.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• interim 
• limited 
• momentary